Attractions in Ruimsig
Distances are from the town centre.
Cradle Of Humankind World Heritage Site - Gauteng
The Cradle of Humankind is a World Heritage Site first named by UNESCO in 1999. You will find this gem about 50km northwest of Johannesburg. The name was given to this area because of the fact that the site has produced a large number of some of the oldest hominin fossils ever found – some dating...
Westcliff Stairs - Johannesburg, Gauteng
The Westcliff Stairs, located in the affluent suburb of Westcliff in Johannesburg, are a popular and scenic set of stairs that offer both a functional and aesthetic experience. These stairs are well-known among locals and visitors for their picturesque setting and the panoramic views they provide...
Sandton City Shopping Centre - Sandton, Johannesburg
Sandton City Shopping Centre, located in the heart of Sandton, Johannesburg, is one of Africa’s largest and most prestigious shopping malls. Established in 1973, it has grown into a premier retail destination, offering an extensive range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. The mall ...
Rosebank Mall - Rosebank, Johannesburg
Rosebank Mall is a prominent shopping destination in Rosebank, Johannesburg, known for its diverse retail offerings, modern design, and cultural appeal. Established in the early 1970s, Rosebank Mall has evolved significantly over the decades, transforming from a modest shopping center into an ups...
Sandton Convention Centre - Sandton, Johannesburg
The Sandton Convention Centre is a premier event venue located in the vibrant business district of Sandton, Johannesburg. Offering over 22,000 square meters of flexible event space, it is designed to accommodate a wide range of functions, from intimate meetings to large-scale exhibitions and conf...
44 Stanley - Milpark, Johannesburg
44 STANLEY in Milpark, Johannesburg, is one of the city’s most enchanting boutique shopping complexes, a hidden gem tucked away in an old industrial precinct that has been transformed into a vibrant lifestyle destination. Set around leafy courtyards and shady arcades, this converted 1930s industr...
The Bioscope Independent Cinema - 44 Stanley, Johannesburg
Tucked into the leafy courtyards of the boutique 44 Stanley complex in Milpark, The Bioscope Independent Cinema offers a wonderfully distinctive cinematic experience that stands apart from Johannesburg’s mainstream multiplexes. Far from the predictable fare of larger chains, this intimate theatre...
Rosebank African Craft Market - Rosebank, Johannesburg
The Rosebank African Craft Market in Rosebank, Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s premier markets for African arts, crafts, and handmade goods, attracting locals and tourists alike. Located in the bustling suburb of Rosebank, the market originally emerged in the late 1990s as a space where Afr...
Nelson Mandela Square - Sandton, Johannesburg
Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, Johannesburg, is a prominent landmark that combines commercial activity with cultural significance. Opened in 1994 and originally named Sandton Square, it was renamed in 2004 to honor South Africa's first democratically elected president, Nelson Mandela. The squa...
Blair Atholl Golf & Equestrian Estate - Lanseria, Johannesburg
Blair Atholl Golf & Equestrian Estate, set along the Crocodile River near Lanseria in Johannesburg, is an address of distinction where natural beauty and world-class design converge. At the heart of the estate lies its championship golf course, crafted by golfing legend Gary Player. It is also on...
Liliesleaf Farm - Rivonia, Sandton, Johannesburg
Liliesleaf Farm in Rivonia, Johannesburg was the site responsible for breaking the resounding political silence of the 1960s and represents a beacon on the landscape of national and international memory. A farm of 28-acres, Liliesleaf had been purchased in 1961 by the South African Communist Part...
Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre - Forest Town, Johannesburg
Tucked quietly into the leafy suburb of Forest Town, the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre is far more than a museum, it is a space of conscience and reflection. Opened in its purpose-built home in 2019, the Centre exists to ensure that the memory of past atrocities is preserved with digni...
Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg
The Wanderers Golf Club in Illovo, Johannesburg is widely regarded as one of Gauteng’s most distinguished parkland courses. The layout is fairly tight off the tee, with mature trees lining attractively shaped fairways over gently undulating terrain. It is not brutally long by modern championship ...
Johannesburg Zoo - Parkview, Johannesburg
The Johannesburg Zoo, located in the suburb of Parkview, Johannesburg, is one of the city's most cherished attractions. Established in 1904, the zoo spans 55 hectares and is home to over 320 species of animals, making it a vital institution for wildlife conservation, education, and recreation. Th...
Prison Break Market - Glenferness, Johannesburg
Tucked away in the semi-rural fringes of Midrand, Prison Break Market feels less like a typical weekend market and more like a curated village of creativity. Spread across a series of repurposed industrial sheds, it is a place where food, craft and community converge in a setting that is at once ...
South African National Museum of Military History - Johannesburg
The South African National Museum of Military History, located in Saxonwold in Johannesburg, is a premier institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the military history of South Africa. Established in 1947, the museum offers an extensive collection of artifacts, exhibits, and archives th...
Mushroom Farm Park - Sandton, Johannesburg
Mushroom Farm Park, tucked away in the heart of Sandton, Johannesburg, is a peaceful green retreat that provides a welcome escape from the city’s gleaming high-rises and fast pace. Once the site of an old mushroom farm, the park has been transformed into a modern urban oasis, offering well-kept l...
Soweto Towers - Orlando East, Soweto, Johannesburg
The Soweto Towers, also known as the Orlando Towers, are iconic structures located in the heart of Soweto, Johannesburg. Originally built as part of the Orlando Power Station in the 1950s, these cooling towers have been transformed into a vibrant hub of adventure sports and cultural activities. T...
Wanderers Cricket Stadium - Johannesburg, Gauteng
Wanderers Cricket Stadium, located in Illovo, Johannesburg, is one of South Africa's most iconic cricket venues. Established in 1956, the stadium is renowned for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, making it a central hub for cricket enthusiasts in the country. The Wanderers is known for its...
Wits Planetarium - Braamfontein, Johannesburg
The Wits Planetarium (formally Johannesburg Planetarium), located at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University) in Braamfontein, is one of South Africa's oldest and most iconic educational institutions dedicated to astronomy and space science. Opened in 1960, it was the first full-size...